The purpose of the density modifying zone shall be to promote the orderly, harmonious development of residential areas and to insure that densities are consistent with the city's general plan.

(Prior code § 9255)

The density overly zone shall be in the nature of a modifying zone. Land so classified shall also be classified in one or more zones. Property so classified shall be delineated on the zoning map by a combination of the zone symbols. For example, R-3-D-14 means multi-family, fourteen dwelling units per acre. The regulations hereof on the density modifying zone shall supersede the density regulations in the underlying zone.

(Prior code § 9255.1)

Whenever any property on the zoning map which is zoned residential has in addition to its zone designation a symbol "D" followed by a numerical figure, the provisions hereof shall apply regarding the total number of dwelling units located, or to be located on the property. The numerical figure following the "D" indicates the maximum number of dwelling units allowed per acre.

(Prior code § 9255.2)

The provisions hereof shall not be made applicable to any property unless the commission and council have conducted public hearings and made the findings required in a zone reclassification matter. (See Chapter 17.76 of this code, zone reclassification.)

(Prior code § 9255.3)